Dino & Nick
Last inspected: Jul 29, 2011
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Score
The health department has logged five inspections at Dino & Nick, the earliest from 2010. The most recent report on file is from Jul 29, 2011. A high risk tier suggests the facility had a rough recent inspection, with multiple violations on record. Public records show no inspections at Dino & Nick since Jul 29, 2011, so this file may not reflect current conditions.
The picture has gotten worse over the last few visits, with the average climbing from around eight violations to closer to 14 violations.
“Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing four times across the record.
That's lower than the typical Chicago restaurant, which scores around 81. This restaurant has more on its record than most do.
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Jul 29, 2011
Reinspection
14 minor violations.
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Facilities to maintain proper temperature
Inspector notes: "Held for Inspection" placed on cooler 07-22-2011.
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Previous serious violation corrected, 7-42-090
Inspector notes: Previous serious violation not corrected: -07-22-2011, report# 557458: -24 Dish washing facilities not maintained or operated. While running and draining water in middle of three compartment sink, cloudy oily water with food particles coming up left and right sides of sink. Instructed to detail clean grease trap and drainline to prevent inadequate disposal of waste water. Critical citation issued 7-42-090.
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Dish washing facilities: properly designed, constructed, maintained, installed, located and operated
Inspector notes: Violation has been upgraded
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: Food containers in coolers not labeled or dated. Instructed to label and date all foods not in original containers.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: Grease box not maintained and rusted. Instructed to remove rust and apply non-toxic sealant.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: Can opener, sinks, coolers, prep tables, cooking equipment, exhaust hood and utensils not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean and sanitize.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Floor along wallbase and behind equipment not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: Ceiling and ventilation covers not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean. Coving tile missing in areas and rubber coving away from wall. Instructed to install missing coving tile and re-apply rubber coving.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: Light bulbs not working in prep area. Instructed to replace non-working bulbs.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: Condensation leaking from ceiling in prep and storage area. Instructed to repair to prevent leak. Three compartment sink drainline leaking. Instructed to repair to stop leak.
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Linen: clean and soiled properly stored
Inspector notes: Bucket used to stored soiled towels. Instructed store all soiled toewls in sanitizing solution and properly store to prevent insects.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: Thermometer not provided inside walk-in cooler. Instructed to replace non-working thermometer.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: Unnecessary articles stored thru-out premises and unused cooler. Instructed to remove all unused articles and elevate supplies 6 inches or higher and away from wall.
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Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector notes: Ice scoop not properly stored. Instructed to store in a sanitize holder or container.
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Jul 22, 2011
Complaint
13 minor violations.
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Facilities to maintain proper temperature
Inspector notes: Facilities not maintaining proper temperature. Prep cooler not maintaining proper temperature. Internal temperature at 52.3 F. No potentially hazardous foods being stored at this time. Instructed that coolers must maintain 40 F or below. "Held for Inspection" tag placed on cooler.
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Dish washing facilities: properly designed, constructed, maintained, installed, located and operated
Inspector notes: Dish washing facilities not maintained or operated. While running and draining water in middle of three compartment, cloudy water coming up left and right sides of sink. Instructed to detail clean grease trap and drainline to prevent inadequate disposal of waste water. Serious citation issued 7-38-030.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: Food containers in coolers not labeled or dated. Instructed to label and date all foods not in original containers.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: Grease box not maintained and rusted. Instructed to remove rust and apply non-toxic sealant.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: Can opener, sinks, coolers, prep tables, cooking equipment, exhaust hood and utensils not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean and sanitize.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Floor along wallbase and behind equipment not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: Ceiling and ventilation covers not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean. Coving tile missing in areas and rubber coving away from wall. Instructed to install missing coving tile and re-apply rubber coving.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: Light bulbs not working in prep area. Instructed to replace non-working bulbs.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: Condensation leaking from ceiling in prep and storage area. Instructed to repair to prevent leak. Three compartment sink drainline leaking. Instructed to repair to stop leak.
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Linen: clean and soiled properly stored
Inspector notes: Bucket used to stored soiled towels. Instructed store all soiled toewls in sanitizing solution and properly store to prevent insects.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: Thermometer not provided inside walk-in cooler. Instructed to replace non-working thermometer.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: Unnecessary articles stored thru-out premises and unused cooler. Instructed to remove all unused articles and elevate supplies 6 inches or higher and away from wall.
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Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector notes: Ice scoop not properly stored. Instructed to store in a sanitize holder or container.
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Feb 1, 2011
Reinspection
4 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND REPAINT EXTERIOR SURFACES OF GREASE BOX UNDER 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN REAR AREA.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND REMOVE GRAFFITI SIGNS ON CEILING AND HAND DRYER INSIDE CUSTOMER WASHROOM.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: LIGHTS MUST BE SHIELDED INSIDE PIZZA HOT HOLDING DISPLAY UNIT.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE WORKING DRAIN STOPPERS AT (2) 3 COMPARTMENT SINK.
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Jan 24, 2011
Complaint
5 minor violations.
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No evidence of rodent or insect outer openings protected/rodent proofed, a written log shall be maintained available to the inspectors
Inspector notes: All necessary control measures shall be used to effectively minimize or eliminate the presence of rodents, roaches, and other vermin and insects on the premises of all food establishments, in food-transporting vehicles, and in vending machines. OBSERVED OVER 50 RODENT (MICE) DROPPINGS IN DIFFERENT LOCATION OF PREMISES ALONG THE WALLS AND IN CORNERS, STORAGE SHELVES AND IN REAR STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE, CLEAN AND SANITIZE THE AFFECTED AREAS. RECOMMEND TO CALL LICENSE PEST CONTROL FOR SERVICE. SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED 7-38-020.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: Shielding to protect against broken glass falling into food shall be provided for all artificial lighting sources in preparation, service, and display facilities. LIGHTS MUST BE SHIELDED INSIDE PIZZA HOT HOLDING DISPLAY UNIT.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: Ventilation: All plumbing fixtures, such as toilets, sinks, washbasins, etc., must be adequately trapped, vented, and re-vented and properly connected to the sewer in accordance with the plumbing chapter of the Municipal Code of Chicago and the Rules and Regulations of the Board of Health. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE WORKING DRAIN STOPPERS AT (2) 3 COMPARTMENT SINK.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: All parts of the food establishment and all parts of the property used in connection with the operation of the establishment shall be kept neat and clean and should not produce any offensive odors. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ALL CLUTTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, PAPERS ETC. STORED IN STORAGE COUNTER IN FRONT SERVICE AREA.
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Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector notes: Between uses and during storage ice dispensing utensils and ice receptacles shall be stored in a way that protects them from contamination. NOTED ICE SCOOP STORED ON TOP OF ICE MACHINE. INSTRUCTED ICE SCOOP MUST BE STORED IN A CLEAN SEPARATE CLEAN CONTAINER TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION.
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May 18, 2010
Complaint
4 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair. NOTED PLASTIC PAN COVER WITH CRACKS AT STEAM TABLE AND IN REACH-IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE. MUST PROVIDE FOOD GRADE STAINLESS STEEL COVER.----- MUST REMOVE CARDBOARD LINER IN FOOD PREP AREA.--- MUST RE CAULK AROUND HAND SINK IN BOTH WASHROOMS.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: Ventilation: All plumbing fixtures, such as toilets, sinks, washbasins, etc., must be adequately trapped, vented, and re-vented and properly connected to the sewer in accordance with the plumbing chapter of the Municipal Code of Chicago and the Rules and Regulations of the Board of Health. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL BACKFLOW PREVENTER DEVICE AT MOPSINK.------ NOTED PLASTIC BAG USED AS DRAIN STOPPER IN THE MIDDLE COMPARTMENT OF THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK (REAR AREA). MUST PROVIDE PROPER DRAIN STOPPER OR FIX.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: All food establishments that display, prepare, or store potentially hazardous foods shall have calibrated metal stem thermometers, provided and conspicuous, for refrigerated and hot food units. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE THERMOMETER VISIBLE AND ACCURATE INSIDE ALL COOLERS AND THERMOMETER FOR HOT HOLDING UNIT (PIZZA DISPLAY UNIT, CHICKEN HOT DISPLAY UNIT).
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: All parts of the food establishment and all parts of the property used in connection with the operation of the establishment shall be kept neat and clean and should not produce any offensive odors. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ALL UNNECESSARY ARTICLES AND CLUTTER STORED IN REAR PREP AREA. MUST REMOVE ALL CARDBOARDS AND MUST REORGANIZE.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Dino & Nick last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Dino & Nick on file is from Jul 29, 2011. The public record contains five inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Dino & Nick?
Across the inspection record, “food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Dino & Nick.
Has Dino & Nick's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Dino & Nick have averaged around 14 violations per visit, up from roughly eight earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Dino & Nick means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.
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